Radio Production Assistant (On Call) (French Services) (On Site)

Position Title:

Status of Employment:

Temporary Short-Term (Durée déterminée)

Position Language Requirement:

Language Skills:

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

11:59 PM

The Radio Production Assistant supports the Producer in creative development, planning, preparation and control-room operations during live radio broadcasts.

This is a casual, on-call position with no guaranteed hours. Shifts may be occasional or regular depending on operational needs.

Because Radio-Canada broadcasts 24/7, this role requires the ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Role:

Support the Producer or Announcer/Producer in the creative development, planning, preparation, production and post-production of radio programs in line with corporate standards and policies.

Key Tasks:

• Assist the Producer and fill in for them as assigned across various stages of production (e.g., editing, recording, music selection and on-air presentation).
• Attend story meetings and help define program content and production requirements. Organize logistics as directed by the Producer or Announcer/Producer, including drafting production schedules, booking resources and arranging team travel. Liaise with contacts.
• Source audio material and music required for broadcasts on request.
• Plan, draft and adjust schedules for actors, musicians and other participants for rehearsals and recording sessions. Issue call sheets. Gather and compile the required details for contracts, artist fees and payroll documentation. Ensure these documents are drafted, signed and processed.
• Listen to and time the program and count down all segments. Isolate and label reports, interviews and clips. Keep the show on schedule against the rundown. Relay clear instructions between the control room, studio talent and remote locations. Proactively identify and resolve technical, IT, timing or operational issues that could disrupt production.
• Help update program web pages.
• Assist with preparing and presenting programs, live hits and pre-recorded content by following rundowns, scripts and sheet music; checking and sharing all relevant information and instructions with the production team.
• Carry out all other related tasks as needed.

This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Community college diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ relevant experience.

Skills:

• Solid command of the primary working language: French.
• Proficiency in the other official language (English) is an asset.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with radio production software.
• Broad knowledge base.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete the following:

• Interview.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca.

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

Work Schedule:

Part time